The value of mental health partnerships in oncology practice

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The study investigates how integrating mental health services in oncology practice affects treatment adherence and patient distress.
Evaluated the impact of colocation of mental health services in community oncology practices.
Analyzed patient adherence to treatment before and after integration.
Assessed patient distress levels with and without mental health support.
Adherence to treatment increased by 30% with colocation of mental health services.
Patient distress levels decreased by 25% in the integrated model.
Payer-backed reimbursement improved sustainability of mental health services in oncology.

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Shows improved adherence to treatment in oncology populations, indicating the importance of mental health support.

Why colocation of mental health in community oncology practice boosts adherence, eases distress, and thrives with payer-backed reimbursement.

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Dam et al. (2026) studied this question.

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